# Home to Harlem — Character guide

> Key figures in Home to Harlem by Claude McKay.

- [Jake Brown](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/jake.md): A Black soldier returning from WWI, searching for belonging and love in Harlem.
- [Ray](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/ray.md): A Haitian intellectual and writer, Jake's friend, who struggles with identity and purpose.
- [Zeddy Plummer](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/zeddy.md): A hustler and gambler in Harlem, involved in the underworld and conflicts with Jake.
- [Felice](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/felice.md): A young woman Jake falls for; she is independent and works in a cabaret.
- [Gin-head Susy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/susy.md): A tough, hard-drinking woman who runs a speakeasy and is a mother figure to some.
- [Congo Rose](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/congo_rose.md): A flamboyant cabaret performer and madam, a central figure in Harlem nightlife.
- [Jerco](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/jerco.md): A friend and fellow worker of Jake's on the railroad, part of the laboring community.
- [Billy Biasse](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/billy_biasse.md): A gambler and friend of Jake's, involved in the Harlem social scene.
- [Miss Curdy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/miss_curdy.md): A light-skinned woman who is a love interest of Ray's, representing a certain social type.
- [Madame Laura](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/laura.md): A woman who runs a boarding house, providing a home for some of the characters.
- [Yaller Prince](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/yaller_prince.md): A light-skinned man, a rival or foil in the Harlem social dynamics.
- [Ma Lawton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/ma_lawton.md): An older woman, a maternal figure in the community, providing wisdom and care.
- [Aunt Hattie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/aunt_hattie.md): An older relative or community elder, offering a link to the past and traditions.
- [Nije Gridley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/nije_gridley.md): A friend of Jake's, part of the railroad crew and social circle.
- [Agatha](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/agatha.md): A woman who appears in the narrative, possibly a romantic interest or acquaintance.
- [Uncle Doc](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/uncle_doc.md): An older man, perhaps a healer or wise figure in the community.
- [Strawberry Lips](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/strawberry_lips.md): A character with a distinctive nickname, part of the Harlem scene.
- [Madame Adeline Suarez](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/madame_adeline_suarez.md): A woman of some status, possibly a business owner or socialite in Harlem.
- [Honey](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/honey.md): A term of endearment used for a character, possibly a lover or friend.
- [Maunie Whitewing](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/maunie_whitewing.md): A character who appears in the narrative, possibly a dancer or performer.
- [James Grant](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/james_grant.md): A character who interacts with the main cast, possibly a friend or acquaintance.
- [Madame Mulberry](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/madame_mulberry.md): A woman of some standing, possibly a landlady or businesswoman.
- [Elijah Bowers](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/elijah_bowers.md): A character who appears in the narrative, possibly a worker or friend.
- [Buddy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/buddy.md): A friend or companion, possibly a nickname for one of the main characters.
- [Gertie Blake](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/gertie_blake.md): A woman who appears in the narrative, possibly a love interest or acquaintance.
- [Gertie Kendall](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/gertie_kendall.md): A woman who appears in the narrative, possibly a performer or socialite.
- [Happy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/happy.md): A character with a cheerful disposition, part of the social circle.
- [The Wolf](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/the_wolf.md): A character referred to by nickname, possibly a predator or dangerous figure.
- [Dixie Red](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/dixie_red.md): A character with a nickname, possibly a musician or performer.
- [Bull Durham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/bull_durham.md): A character named after the tobacco, possibly a tough or strong figure.
- [Sah Farrel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/sah_farrel.md): A character who appears in the narrative, possibly a friend or acquaintance.
- [Obadiah](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/home_to_harlem_se/characters/obadiah.md): A character who appears in the narrative, possibly a religious or wise figure.

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